Surgical • Ottawa
Rhinoplasty Ottawa
Nasal surgery can reshape the outer nose (rhinoplasty), improve the inner nose (septoplasty), or both (septorhinoplasty). The goal: a nose that matches and enhances your face, and functions beautifully.
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Why the nose matters
Importance of nasal appearance
We often assume the first place people look when they meet someone is the eyes. Scientific evidence shows it is actually just below the eyes, and that area includes the nose. The ideal nose is in keeping with your gender, ethnicity and the rest of your face. It should be harmonious with your features and never distract from your eyes. And it is of utmost importance that the nose not only looks great, but functions great.
Your surgeon
Dr. Hedyeh Javidnia
A board-certified ear, nose and throat surgeon with certified training in plastic and reconstructive surgery of the head and neck, Dr. Javidnia has extensive experience in nasal surgery. She is uniquely suited to cosmetic surgery of the nose that ensures great function and a beautiful, natural look.
The procedure family
Rhinoplasty (nasal surgery)
What was previously known as a “nose job” usually referred to surgery that changes the outside appearance of the nose. Any reshaping requires careful attention to your other facial features, so the result is harmonious and in balance with the rest of the face.
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Rhinoplasty
Changes the shape or function of the outer part of the nose.
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Septoplasty
Improves the function of the inner part of the nose.
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Septorhinoplasty
Addresses both together: appearance outside, breathing inside.
What to expect
How the surgery is done
- 1
A half-day visit
Rhinoplasty is a day surgery. Patients come to the operating room for about half a day and go home once they have recovered from anesthesia.
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Anesthesia, your way
Performed under general anesthetic or sedation (twilight surgery), depending on your preference and Dr. Javidnia's assessment.
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Incisions that stay hidden
Most incisions are made inside the nose. Occasionally a small incision on the columella, between the nostrils, achieves the best result.
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Reshape, close, protect
Cartilage and bone are cut, reshaped or added; the skin is re-draped, incisions are sutured, and a cast or dressing protects the nose.
After surgery
Recovery, week by week
Care of the nose after surgery is paramount to the final result.
Day 1
Home with a caregiver. Rest in bed for the remainder of the day and night, except to use the washroom.
Week 1
Dressings and removable sutures come off. Most patients return to work and normal daily activities.
Weeks 1 to 2
Light activities resume. Avoid heavy lifting and high-impact activity for at least two weeks.
Month 1
Hold off on heavy exercise and the gym for at least a month, so swelling settles and the nose heals.
Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons
Ontario Medical Association
Facial Plastic Surgery Fellowship
American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
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Non-surgical rhinoplasty
Filler-based reshaping with no downtime. A subtle option while you decide.